Sustainable Infrastructure Planning and Management Systems Quiz

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What are some examples of infrastructures mentioned in the text?

Shopping malls and restaurants

Roads and bridges (correct)

Schools and libraries

Movie theaters and gyms

Why is there a need for sustainability in infrastructure development according to the text?

To increase pollution

To spend unlimited budgets

To decrease the lifespan of infrastructures

To achieve smart growth planning and better demand management (correct)

What role do new technologies play in sustainable infrastructure according to the text?

They can contribute to better management systems and material science advancements (correct)

They are only useful for building new infrastructures

They have no impact on sustainability

They mainly focus on increasing pollution levels

What percentage of bridges in Canada are highlighted as being over 50 years old in the text?

40% Signup and view all the answers

Why is there a concern about the limited funding for bridges mentioned in the text?

It causes a bridge crisis with safety issues Signup and view all the answers

What form of testing is NOT mentioned as part of the infrastructure lifecycle in the text?

Physical testing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of bridge inspection in Bridge Management Systems (BMS)?

To evaluate the condition of bridges Signup and view all the answers

What is a common issue with conventional paper-based bridge inspection?

Accuracy in data entry Signup and view all the answers

Which interchange in Montreal was built in the 1960s to connect highways 20, 15, and 720?

Turcot Interchange Signup and view all the answers

What was the estimated cost of reconstructing the Turcot Interchange in Montreal?

$4.5 million Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Bridge Management Systems (BMS), what is the purpose of a deterioration model?

To forecast potential deterioration of bridge elements Signup and view all the answers

What type of device is used for inspection on hand by Trilon Inc. in bridge inspection?

Pen-based computers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a location-based model in bridge inspection GUI?

To detect defects and their severity in specific locations on a bridge Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of mobile computing devices like ScanPrint (Advitam group) in bridge inspection?

To assist field workers during inspections Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'wearable computers' refer to in mobile devices used for bridge inspection?

Head-Mounted Display Signup and view all the answers

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